News snippets from Northland
Gas leak closes city street; and a $6m youth and community centre opens.
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Kaitaia-based novel focuses on harm from methamphetamine
Mark Chamberlain's novel Pure is based on the harm methamphetamine causes in Northland.
Fifth fundraising book released for Northland Rescue Helicopter
Northland Rescue Helicopter has new fundraising book
Students to perform Othello - but not as you know it
The reworked play is being performed this week at Whangārei Girls' High School.
Call to arm police as hunt for gunmen continues
'The serious criminal element in our society is prepared to use firearms against police.'
Whangārei's first eco-neighbourhood set for big reveal
The district council has given Ahi Wai eco-village at the Regent the go-ahead.
Robert Webb spends first night away from birds in 20 years for investiture
Robert Webb and wife Robyn went to Wellington last week for his investiture as an MNZM.
Glorat, the Clarke family homestead is being emptied of its treasures
The Clarke Homestead is being emptied of its treasures before undergoing a major refit.
Logsplitter stolen in the night in Maungakaramea
Have you seen the logsplitter which was stolen from a Maungakaramea address?
Kerikeri Kindergarten a finalist in national biosecurity awards
Kerikeri Kindergarten has been named a finalist in this year's NZ Biosecurity Awards.
Whangārei ED and White Cross reaching capacity
How long have you waited to be seen at Whangārei Hospital's emergency department?
Gunmen on the run after shooting at cop: AOS search property
After visiting the property, police are continuing their search in the surrounding area.
Northland basketballers take on national stars
The two Northland sides faced stiff opposition in their long-weekend campaigns.
$1.5m in Covid wage subsidy for Northland Regional Council
NRC was one of only four councils in NZ to get the Covid-19 wage subsidy.
Theft of kiwi sign upsets Bay of Islands' conservationists
Bay of Islands' conservationists upset at theft of roadside kiwi sign.
Two motorcyclists collide on Ninety Mile Beach
Alcohol a possible factor in beach crash.
Ford Model A keeps on going at Paihia gathering
Street Rod display a treat for car enthusiasts.
Northland GP receives profession's highest honour
Dr Chris Reid worked hard to promote rural medicine during his time in the North.
Whangārei Christmas Parade to be city's largest festive event
Whangārei Christmas Parade on November 28.
Surf lifeguards report quiet Labour weekend despite influx of beachgoers
Visitors flock to Northland beaches but it's a quiet weekend for lifeguards.
Two Northland teens earn top Blue Light awards
Kelvin Fraser and Tamarangi Hanunui-Tipene shone at a recent Blue Light Life Skills camp.
Raumanga man threatens police with axe
The man stayed up on his roof for hours as police negotiated with him.
Museum Sweet bus delights likely to stir some memories
Easy to see how the sweets bus, once all the goodies were gone, found a new life as a toy.
Access to Whangārei central made easier for Hikurangi and Whangārei Heads' residents
Hikurangi and Whangārei Heads' residents will soon have wheels to city centre.
Suspicious Tutukaka fire a warning to coastal communities
Fire officers are asking the public to get in touch if they have any information.
Diesel generation won't run separate to other Top Energy operations
Small savings for Top Energy customers after Electricity Authority approval.
News snippets from Northland
Bird of the Year competition opens; and robbery attempt at dairy.
Swimming, shellfish ban after sewage 'pours' into Waitangi River
Overflows occurred for a few hours a day on at least two days due to a faulty pump.
Event for women wanting to enter the world of construction
The event will be held in Whangārei.
Extra $36m for Northland dairy farmers with lift in forecast price
Strong demand for milk from China lifts forecast farmgate price for next season.
Two losses on the trot dent Northland's Cup campaign
Unforced errors and ill discipline among a myriad of problems for Northland Taniwha.